Job Summary
Working full time: 37.5 hours per week. The Trust is looking to recruit a trained Nurse Colposcopist to lead our service with BSCCP colposcopy accreditation. We seek an enthusiastic, knowledgeable candidate who will utilise leadership, clinical expertise, evidence‑based practice and innovation to facilitate and deliver patient‑centred, safe, effective care.
The successful candidate will lead by example, motivate others and deliver high standards of care. You will work closely with the lead clinician to improve operational efficiency and enhance the performance of the colposcopy service.
In addition to leading colposcopy, the role requires expertise in wider gynaecology. Dual‑trained applicants who wish to work across areas, e.g. hysteroscopy, will be considered.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Nurse Specialist for Colposcopy will work in partnership with the named Lead Consultant to deliver clinical objectives for the Gynaecology and Colposcopy services. As an accredited nurse colposcopist, you will act as an autonomous practitioner in undertaking diagnostic and therapeutic clinic sessions, taking responsibility and accountability for appropriate clinical management and care programmes. You will also be responsible for the standards and evaluation of training and supervision of nursing staff within the unit.
Essential Qualifications
* RN/RSCN Diploma or Degree
* NMC Registered
* Management Qualification (ISM) or relevant management experience
* Extensive experience at senior level / leadership role
* MSc in Health, Quality or leadership related, or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment
* Colposcopy Accreditation
* Non‑medical prescribing or working towards within 2 academic years of appointment
* Recognised teaching/assessing qualification 998/997 /mentorship
Desirable Qualifications
* Trained in Advanced Life Support
* Continuous Professional Development portfolio
* Postgraduate Certificate in Education
* A recognised qualification in cancer or Urology nursing e.g. ENB A11 or ENB N09
Knowledge and Experience (Essential)
* Knowledge of advanced clinical, psychological, and social needs of patients accessing our colposcopy services
* Good understanding of strategic health economy targets for the delivery of gynaecology services
* Good knowledge of national and local targets, NICE Guidelines and policies in relation to gynaecology care
* A clear understanding of current national cancer policy and the implications for practice and the development of colposcopy services
* Evidence of prior senior clinical decision making
* Evidence of recent research and audit, evidence of change management and/or innovative practice
Desirable Knowledge and Experience
* Advanced communication training
* Experience of leading patient involvement / patient feedback
Skills and Abilities (Essential)
* Development of analytical and judgmental skills
* Capability in computer skills
* Ability to communicate at all levels
* Research / audit skills
* Self‑reliant, self‑motivated proactive personality
* Flexible to meet the needs of the service
* Acknowledgement of limitations in practice
* Commitment to own professional development
Application Details
Please apply early; the vacancy may close before the advertised date if a large number of applications is received.
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